Construct Definition

construct
noun
  1. an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
verb
  1. make by combining materials and parts; "this little pig made his house out of straw"; "Some eccentric constructed an electric brassiere warmer"
  2. put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; "the company fabricates plastic chairs"; "They manufacture small toys"; He manufactured a popular cereal"
  3. draw with suitable instruments and under specified conditions; "construct an equilateral triangle"
  4. create by linking linguistic units; "construct a sentence"; "construct a paragraph"
  5. create by organizing and linking ideas, arguments, or concepts; "construct a proof"; "construct an argument"
  6. reassemble mentally; "reconstruct the events of 20 years ago"

"Construct" in song lyrics

See how construct is used in real songs:

  • "Mathematical snuffs, madness is lust, I had to construct"
    Bronze Nazareth — Poem Burial Ground
  • "Cuz if are, I'ma hit ya hard like Boa construct"
    Buckshot and 9th Wonder — Side Talk
  • "You see the rhymes I construct"
    Flipmode Squad — Cha Cha Cha

Usage tips for "construct"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "construct" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for construct to find words that pair well.

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